Buckle
01
扣子, 带扣
a piece of metal or plastic with a hinged pin that is used for fastening a belt, bag, shoe, etc.
例子
He adjusted the buckle on his belt, ensuring it was securely fastened before heading out.
他调整了腰带上的扣子，确保在出门前它已经牢固地固定好了。
The old leather satchel had a brass buckle that added a touch of vintage charm.
旧皮书包有一个黄铜扣子，增添了一丝复古的魅力。
02
a deformation or bend caused by twisting, folding, or compression
例子
The metal sheet had a buckle from the heavy load.
A buckle appeared in the panel after impact.
to buckle
01
扣紧, 系紧
to secure by using a clasp or fastening mechanism
Transitive: to buckle strap of something
例子
She will buckle the belt tightly around her waist before heading out.
她会在出门前将腰带紧紧地扣在腰间。
The hiker will buckle the backpack straps for a comfortable fit.
徒步旅行者将扣紧背包带以获得舒适的贴合感。
02
弯曲, 屈服
to bend, typically under pressure
Intransitive
例子
The weight of the heavy load caused the thin metal plate to buckle, forming a noticeable bend.
重物的重量使薄金属板弯曲，形成了明显的弯曲。
The wooden floorboards began to buckle after prolonged exposure to moisture.
木地板在长时间暴露于湿气后开始弯曲。
03
屈服, 弯曲
to give way or fail due to excessive strain
Intransitive
例子
The old bridge buckled under the weight of the heavy truck, causing it to plunge into the river below.
旧桥在重型卡车的重量下弯曲，导致其坠入下面的河流。
The support beams buckled during the earthquake, causing the entire structure to collapse.
地震期间，支撑梁弯曲，导致整个结构倒塌。
04
弯曲, 使变形
to cause something to bend or warp under pressure or stress
Transitive: to buckle a structure
例子
The weight of the equipment buckled the metal shelves in the storage room.
设备的重量使储藏室的金属架子弯曲了。
The impact of the collision buckled the car's door, making it difficult to open.
碰撞的影响使车门弯曲，导致难以打开。
